MAMA'S TACO SPICED RICE & BEANS
Enjoy the taste of tacos in a comforting rice bowl. Top with avocado for an extra nutrient boost!
Essential Pregnancy Nutrients:
Fiber: Black Beans, Whole Grain Rice & Kale
Iron: Kale
Vitamin C: Butternut Squash
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 cup whole grain rice, cooked
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked
- 1/2, 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1, 15 oz can chunk tomatoes, no salt added
- 1/2- 1 cup frozen chopped kale
- 1/2- 1 cup frozen cubed butternut squash
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
PREPARATION
- Prepare rice and quinoa ahead of time. Heat shallow pan on medium heat. Add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic on medium heat until soft.
- In the same pot, add black beans, rice/quinoa, tomatoes, kale, and squash and stir to combine. Add the seasonings. Bring to a boil uncovered and simmer for 20 minutes stirring occasionally (to prevent the food from sticking to the pan).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Enjoy!
Serving Size: 2-3 servings
Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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